Rio Carnival 2024 Rio de Janeiro

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Rio Carnival takes place from the 9th to 17th February 2024, the biggest holiday in Brazil, the Carnival.

During Rio Carnival 2024, the Samba schools will use the most modern technology possible to create jaw-dropping show parades. Back in 1641 when the precursor to the modern Carnival was celebrated, it consisted of a few elegant balls and masquerade dances. These balls were held to mirror the upper-class festivals taking place in Paris and other major European cities.

Rio Carnival 2024 will be celebrated by visitors as well as local residents. With hundreds of street parties and balls, there is plenty to do for everyone. Rio Carnival 2024 will culminate when the top Samba schools in Rio compete with each other to put on the best parade extravaganza possible.

The Week
For some hardcore partying, the gay crowd heads to The Week, a new dance club. It is located in a warehouse in downtown Rio. It has a large dance floor, wading pool and a few bars. On weekends, The Week invites internationally and nationally known DJs to spin for Sunday night parties.

Parade
The samba schools parades in Rio will take place on February 09th and 10th, when the Access Group parades. On February 11th and 12th, it's the turn of the Special Group parades. Finally, on Saturday, February 17th, closing the 2024 Carnival, it is when the champions' parade will take place.

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